Discounts At Attractions, Hotels To Lure Tourists

Hoping to make up for tourism lost after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, some Palm Beach County hotels plan to offer winter visitors a discount on tickets to local cultural attractions.

From Jan. 15 to April 15, guests at certain hotels will get 2-for-1 admission at more than 30 museums, theaters, music and dance performances and other attractions.

The Marriott in Delray Beach and The Breakers in Palm Beach are among the hotels that may participate, according to the county Cultural Council.

Palm Beach County tourism was off at least 15 percent in October and November, tourism officials say. They hope the new offer, called "Culture Key," will both attract visitors and help the cultural groups.